New York Rangers at Philadelphia Flyers 4-11
Well, today's game in the City of Brotherly love is for all the marbles, as the Philadelphia Flyers host the New York Rangers. Both of these teams are tied for the 8th and last playoff spot in the East, so the winner of this game will make the playoffs while the loser will be watching them from home.
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Philadelphia Flyers at New York Rangers 4-9
Tonight in a vital Western Conference match up for both teams the New York Rangers host the Philadelphia Flyers. The Flyers are in the 8th and final playoff spot in the East, but only lead 9th place New York by 2 points. This is the 1st game of a home-and-home series against Philly and if they sweep both games they will make the post-season. If the Flyers win either game they will be in the playoffs.
Buffalo Sabres at Boston Bruins 4-8
Tonight in a very important game for the home squad the Boston Bruins host the Buffalo Sabres. The Bruins hold the 8th and last playoff spot in the East, but they only trail 7th place Philadelphia by 1 and 6th place Montreal by 2 points and only lead the 9th place New York Rangers by 1 point.
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New Jersey Devils August 27/2010
Ilya Kovalchuk's Russian agent, Yuri Nikolaev, has set a 48-hour deadline for the NHL to get a deal done with his client. At that point it is likely that Kovalchuk will explore signing elsewhere and the KHL could be his destination. He still has a three-year, $42 million deal on the table from SKA St. Petersburg. The Devils and Kovalchuk's camp are still trying to find a deal that the NHL will accept.
Vancouver Canucks August 18/2010
Willie Mitchell is reportedly drawing interest from at least four teams, the Los Angeles Kings, San Jose Sharks, Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals. He has been working out with this teams to show them that he is ready to return from a concussion that sidelined him for the last 34 regular-season games and all 12 playoff games.
Chicago Black Hawks August 16/2010
Nick Boynton has signed a one-year contract with the Blackhawks. He was picked up in a trade last March with the Anaheim Ducks. Boynton, Boston's 1st round pick in 1999, played in 7 regular season games and 3 of the 6 games in the Stanley Cup final with Chicago.
Columbus Blue Jackets August 15/2010
Steve Mason has been working hard in the off season to improve hee's fitness level. Goaltenders coach Dave Rook says that Steve is putting in the work and has shown a lot of dedication in getting his body in shape for the up coming season.
Toronto Maple Leafs August 13/2010
GM Brian Burke has yet to pull the trigger on a deal involving Thomas Kaberle. Burke has said the simple truth is he hasn't seen a deal yet that has been worth acting on. He figures he'll see some better offers over the weekend as the dealine of Sunday at midnight approaches.
Philadelphia Flyers August 13/2010
Chris Pronger says he may not be ready to go in time for training camp and might miss the start of the regular season. Pronger had minor knee surgery at the end of July after injuring it back in game one the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Calgary Flames August 11/2010
Staffan Kronwall is reportedly trying to play in Sweden next season so he could be closer to his family. He still has a year left on his current deal and according to a source the Calgary Flames are trying to help accommodate his wishes. The club is trying to either deal him to an Eastern Conference team, which would make travel easier for his wife, or work out a way for him to play in Europe.
New Jersey Devils August 10/2010
Ilya Kovalchuk has resumed contract talks with the Devils after the arbitrator ruled in favor of the NHL and voided the 17 year $102 million contract. This opens the door for other clubs to try and sign Kovalchuk as well.
